Beyond the skyline of the coastal city, the glittering towers and the city's dazzling lights, there are undiscovered treasures hidden behind the golden dunes of the Emirate of Dubai. Not far from the city are chains of sand dunes, towering rocky mountains, valleys, plains covered by mangroves, , And in its shadow live hundreds of wild animals that are taken from this region home. Dubai has been keen to preserve and protect it from the risk of extinction or decline through many initiatives and programs to protect natural life as a natural heritage and heritage that adds value to the attractiveness of Dubai.

Dubai Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), through the Dubai Sustainable Tourism Initiative, is spearheading this effort to open this landscape to adventurous enthusiasts and explorers, while ensuring the preservation of natural diversity and the environment. Her elements are wildlife.

One of the most prominent examples is the Marmara Desert and the rocky mountains of the Hatta region, which are natural attractions with many elements that appeal to lovers of exploration and adventure in nature, and provide them with an ideal opportunity to explore their adventures, explore them and explore their beautiful scenery.

Al Marmoum Desert is the largest sustainable environmental, tourism and leisure project and the first non-walled desert sanctuary in the UAE, accounting for about 10% of Dubai's total area. There are hundreds of Arab herds of deer, herds, desert gazelles, foxes and wild cats, which are the symbols of wildlife in Dubai. The Marmoom Reserve offers visitors access to more than 10 wildlife and bird observation platforms, as well as star and sun observation, as well as an open theater that hosts cultural, artistic and entertainment shows.

As for adventure enthusiasts who seek to explore the nature of heritage, they have to go to the Hatta Mountains, where nature is in its finest form, with historical features such as the Hatta fort, which rises quietly not far from Hatta Dam and its lake with its turquoise waters surrounded by mountains and the remains of villages that have been there ever since. A long time. Located 130 kilometers southeast of central Dubai, Hatta is an ideal environment for an active exploration, sports, biking on the highlands or kayaking, or even walking around the nature or town, doing lots of activities , And other opportunities to restore vitality and vitality, or even just relax and enjoy nature within one hour of Dubai.

Although these natural sites have many attractions for adventurous enthusiasts, outdoor activities or even those looking for a tranquil destination for a refreshing holiday away from the city noise, those who visit these sites should preserve the environment and not pollute it, or expose rare species of animals To the risk of extinction, which requires visitors to those areas to be friends of the environment and enjoy the activities of various, so as to contribute to reduce the negative impacts on our natural environment.

In terms of wildlife conservation, DSS has expanded its leadership role in this area to include tourism partners and support their important role in preserving and conserving the natural environment for sustaining its vegetation and wildlife communities, including the Emirates Wildlife Society Which is a key partner in the tourism sector in terms of protecting the natural environment in tourist destinations. It is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the natural heritage of the UAE and protecting it from the effects of climate change and reducing threats to wildlife, both marine and coastal. State or land.

In order to achieve this important goal, the association's experts joined forces with their counterparts in the Dubai Tourism Initiative to develop quick and easy-to-use tips to help visitors to the natural areas deal with their elements.

10 Tips for Wildlife Protection

Emirates Nature Society, in collaboration with the Dubai Tourism Initiative, has developed a number of tips to help visitors to the natural areas to deal with environmental issues, including the following:

• Do not tamper with elements of the natural environment and wildlife.

• When entering areas inhabited by wild animals, do not try to feed or provoke them, and most importantly not to take them away from their environment.

• Keep calm and do not make noise that will frighten wild beings, such as speaking loud or playing loud music.

• Avoid driving the car out of its designated tracks, as this puts the vegetation at risk, and it may take years for plants to recover their lives again.

• Be careful while roaming, so as not to destroy the burrows or hideouts of small-scale wild animals, such as reptiles, small mammals or insects.

• Always choose environmentally friendly materials when visiting these reserves, and reduce the consumption of disposable plastic materials in those areas, and instead use refillable water bottles.

• Keep your shoes clean. Seeds, insect eggs and other living materials can hang on to your shoes as you walk around. These plants and organisms are likely to inadvertently take place elsewhere, multiplying in that environment and becoming undesirable.

• If you can not find a rubbish bin in your area, place your trash in a bag, a dedicated bag, or in your backpack until you find the container.

• Always close the trash bin after removing your trash, so that the animals do not jump inside.

• Educate yourself about the risks to wildlife, and reduce your carbon footprint to maintain vegetation and wildlife on land and at sea.

- Al Marmoum Desert is the largest sustainable environmental, tourism and recreational project and the first non-walled desert protection in the UAE.

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